Thomas Schnurman-Crook , LPC

Thomas Schnurman-Crook is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia with 15 years of experience helping adults navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. He works with individuals coping with stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self esteem, motivation concerns, and symptoms of depression, bringing years of clinical experience to each session.

He applies evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients recognize unhelpful patterns in thinking and behavior, develop practical coping skills, and set achievable goals. His approach emphasizes clear collaboration, active problem solving, and a respectful, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed and examined openly.

Thomas recognizes that beginning therapy often requires courage and approaches that first step with encouragement and practical direction. In addition to core concerns, he also focuses on aging and geriatric issues, cancer-related adjustment, commitment issues, drug and alcohol addiction, immigration matters, midlife transitions, seasonal affective disorder, and smoking or vaping cessation.

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

Thomas uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing patterns of thinking and behavior to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. These strategies help clients identify unhelpful thoughts, practice alternative responses, and develop concrete skills for managing stress and anxiety.

He also uses skills-based and motivational strategies tailored to address addictions and recovery. These approaches concentrate on building coping tools, strengthening motivation for change, and planning practical steps to prevent relapse. For trauma and abuse concerns, Thomas applies trauma-informed methods that prioritize pacing, emotional regulation, and processing difficult experiences in ways that match each person’s readiness.

Finding the right approach is collaborative - Thomas works with clients to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. Online therapy offers practical benefits by making it easier to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing sessions to fit into busy schedules and to continue care across distances.